Senior Nursery Practitioner

Nala Global Ltd; Woodville; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive & friendly environment

Progression opportunities

Varied role with young children

Ongoing support from Nala Recruitment

Job summary

Nala Recruitment are seeking a Senior Nursery Practitioner for a welcoming nursery in Woodville, Derbyshire. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, permanent, with a salary of £13.75 per hour plus a £500 Welcome Bonus.

You will provide high-quality care and early years education, support development through engaging activities, build relationships with children, parents and colleagues, and help plan and observe learning journeys.

Qualifications

• A relevant Early Years qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare is required.
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children
• Supporting children's learning and development through age-appropriate activities
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging activities based around children's interests and development
• Observing and recording children's progress and contributing to their individual learning journeys
• Ensuring children's health, safety and wellbeing are maintained at all times
• Supporting children with their personal care needs where required
• Working effectively as part of a wider nursery team
• Following the nursery's policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements
• Creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported

Skills

Caring

Patient

Team player

Reliable

Communication

Education

Level 2 Early Years

Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Senior Nursery Practitioner

Location: Woodville, Derbyshire

Salary: £13.75 per hour plus £500 Welcome Bonus

Hours: Full-time, 40hr per week

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Nala Recruitment are currently working with a welcoming and supportive nursery setting who are looking for a Senior Nursery Practitioner to join their team.

The Role

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care and education for children, supporting their development through engaging activities and positive interactions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children
• Supporting children's learning and development through age-appropriate activities
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging activities based around children's interests and development
• Observing and recording children's progress and contributing to their individual learning journeys
• Ensuring children's health, safety and wellbeing are maintained at all times
• Supporting children with their personal care needs where required
• Working effectively as part of a wider nursery team
• Following the nursery's policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements
• Creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and approachable
• Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
• A positive team player with good communication skills
• Reliable, responsible and committed to providing high-quality care
• Able to build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Confident in creating fun and engaging learning experiences

A relevant Early Years qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare is required.

Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting would be beneficial.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A varied and rewarding role working with young children
• Ongoing support from Nala Recruitment